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No, Biden’s executive order won’t replace paper money with digital currency
The Biden administration has tasked the Federal Reserve with looking into the potential creation of a central bank digital currency. But a CBDC wouldn’t replace cash
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The batteries in electric cars drain faster when it’s cold out, but not so fast that it should significantly affect most daily drivers.
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Mobile peer-to-peer payment app scams are on the rise as more Americans use contactless payment options. Here are a few ways to identify and avoid payment app scams.
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